Discover Disposables: Save Lives and Money

Understanding the Issue

A 2009 study revealed that 1 out of every 22 patients who check into a U.S. hospitals acquire a bacterial infection. In addition, hospital acquired infections [HAI's] accounted for nearly 100,000 dealths in 2008 - nearly 5 times more than AIDS. Due to an increase in invasive procedures and a growing resistance to antibiotics, HAI's have increased 36% in the last 20 years and are consuming upwards of $5.7 billion health care dollars each year. So where do the funds come from to pay for HAI's? Well, 95% of the financial burden falls on the shoulders of the hospitals and patients - thus creating a growing demand for for strict prevention guidelines.

Understanding the Solution

Disposable medical devices and equipment drastically reduce the risk of cross-contamination and are a proven method of successfully reducing HAI's. At Welch Allyn we recognize your concerns sourrounding infection control. As a result, we offer serveral product lines of disposible devices - designed to help improve the safely of your patients and staff while also providing a positive return on investment*.

Welch Allyn Disposable Products